The Not-4-Prophets Podcast is the place where two seasoned, Black non-profit professionals spill the tea on what really goes on behind closed doors in the nonprofit industry and how it impacts Black leaders and leaders of color. We’ll share our personal experience, industry trends and tools and strategies for navigating the world non-profit leadership as Black professionals.
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The Not-4-Prophets Podcast is the place where two seasoned, Black non-profit professionals spill the tea on what really goes on behind closed doors in the nonprofit industry and how it impacts Black leaders and leaders of color. We’ll share our personal experience, industry trends and tools and strategies for navigating the world non-profit leadership as Black professionals.
Black Leaders Surviving and Thriving in Hostile Work Environments
Not 4 Prophets Podcast
31 minutes
1 year ago
Black Leaders Surviving and Thriving in Hostile Work Environments
Episode Description:
Join hosts Trenia Parham and David DeVaughn in this compelling episode of "Not 4 Prophets," where they discuss the realities of hostile work environments and toxic work cultures. Drawing from personal experiences and professional insights, they explore the emotional and psychological impact of such environments, particularly on Black professionals. This episode is essential for anyone navigating challenging workplace dynamics, offering strategies for coping, setting boundaries, and finding support.
In This Episode:
00:01 - Introduction: Hosts Trenia Parham and David DeVaughn introduce the topic of hostile work environments.
00:48 - Defining Toxic Work Environments: David's perspective on identifying toxic workplaces based on personal feelings and experiences.
02:04 - Personal Stories: Trenia and David share their own experiences with toxic work environments.
05:30 - Coping Strategies: David discusses setting boundaries and finding allies.
07:43 - Planning an Exit: Trenia talks about her methodical approach to leaving a toxic job.
10:45 - The Role of Allies: The importance of allies and support systems in toxic work environments.
15:08 - Realizations and Decisions: David's experiences with undermining bosses and organizational misalignment.
20:44 - Fighting Back: Trenia's strategies for pushing back against toxic behaviors.
29:25 - Final Thoughts: The interconnectedness of work and home life stress and the importance of seeking support.
Episode Links:
StrivEquity Consulting LLC: https://strivequity.com
Sustainable Leadership by Trenia Parham: https://www.treniaparham.com
Not 4 Prophets Podcast
The Not-4-Prophets Podcast is the place where two seasoned, Black non-profit professionals spill the tea on what really goes on behind closed doors in the nonprofit industry and how it impacts Black leaders and leaders of color. We’ll share our personal experience, industry trends and tools and strategies for navigating the world non-profit leadership as Black professionals.
